Photos: North Texas locks up another bowl season by taking down Southern Miss

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North Texas defensive backs Taylor Robinson (24) and Cam Johnson (11) celebrate Robinson's interception and 23-yard return to stop a second quarter scoring drive by Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas defensive linemen Darien McMillan (52) and Dayton LeBlanc (91) receive congratulations from fans following their 30-7 victory over Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas head coach Seth Littrell glances toward the scoreboard between plays during the second quarter of their game against Southern Mississippi. The Mean green defeated Southern Mississippi, 30-7. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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Members of the North Texas Mean Green Marching band prepare for their performance during halftime of the North Texas versus Southern Mississippi football game. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas head coach Seth Littrell glances toward the scoreboard during a timeout during the second quarter of action against Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas fans were really mean green fans as they voiced their disapproval to a game official's call during second quarter action of their game against Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas defensive back Taylor Robinson (24) draws the attention of Southern Mississippi receiver Tim Jones (87) and others after registering an interception and tacked on 23 yards on the return during second quarter action. The play thwarted a scoring drive by Southern Mississippi in the waning minutes of the first half. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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Members of the North Texas Marching Band perform from the stands during first half action of the Southern Mississippi versus North Texas football game. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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A group of Mean Green faithful share a group hug as the Mean Green band plays a traditional song following the game. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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Southern Mississippi receiver Quez Watkins (16) reaches and narrowly misses pulling in a pass during first quarter action against North Texas. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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Southern Mississippi tight end Jay'Shawn Washington (1) is spun around and tackled by North Texas defensive back Taylor Robinson (24) following a short reception during 1st quarter action. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas quarterback Mason Fine (6) makes a cut to avoid a defender during a second quarter rush in their game against Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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Southern Mississippi quarterback Jack Abraham (15) winces as he reacts to the hit from North Texas defensive end LaDarius Hamilton (2) as he is sacked for a 7-yard loss in the final minute of play in the 2nd quarter. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas tight end Caleb Chumley (15) focuses on the ball but was unable to make the catch as he is defended by Southern Mississippi defensive back Picasso Nelson Jr. (13) during first quarter action. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas quarterback Mason Fine (6) launches a long pass downfield during first half action of their game against Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas quarterback Mason Fine (6) looks for a receiver as he receives protection from defensive lineman Elex Woodworth (77) blocking against the rush of Southern Mississippi linebacker Darian Yancey (22) during first half action. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas quarterback Mason Fine (6) rolls out of the pocket as he looks to pass during the 2nd quarter of their game against Southern Mississippi. Fine passed for 292 yards on 24 completions and added another 30 yards rushing enroute to the 30-7 victory. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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Members of the North Texas defense, including E.J. Ejiya (22), Joe Ozougwu (17) and Tyreke Davis (5) celebrate after they combined for a turnover of possession following a 4th down stop during the second quarter of action against Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas quarterback Mason Fine (6) splits the defense of Southern Mississippi defensive lineman LaDarius Harris (43) and linebacker Racheem Boothe (41) as he rushes for a first down during first half action. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas receiver Jalen Guyton (9) pauses with his teammates for the playing of the school song following their 30-7 victory over Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas receiver Jalen Guyton (9) sprints away from a Southern Mississippi defenders as he rambles past the team bench enroute to a 32-yard pass play during the 2nd quarter of play. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas receiver Jalen Guyton (9) pulls in a pass and eludes the defense of Southern Mississippi defensive back Ty Williams (7) enroute to a 32-yard passing play during 2nd quarter action. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)

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North Texas head coach Seth Littrell walks to midfield after leading his team to a 30-7 victory over Southern Mississippi. The two Conference USA teams played their football game at UNT's Apogee Stadium in Denton on October 13, 2018. (Steve Hamm/ Special Contributor)